Guide: How To Find A Job In Australia by Alex Winter - HTML preview

Want to become an Australian Citizen?

That would be great, right? Some visas are the first step on the pathway to australian citizenship. You can find more information about australian citizenship here: http://www.citizenship.gov.au/

Types of visas

The 2 most common visas are the temporary work skilled visa subclass 457, and the skilled independent visa subclass 189 (or 190):

• The 457 visa allows a skilled worker to work in Australia in a nominated occupation approved by a sponsor for up to four years, providing that the sponsor is an approved business

• The 189 visa is for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer or family member or nominated by a state or territory government (you get the 190 visa if you are nominated by a state or territory).

• You can also apply for a Work Holiday Visa (WHV, subclass 417) if you come from an eligible country. Usually, this visa allows you to work and travel in Australia. It is very popular with young Europeans who would like to visit Oz while earning some money on the side.

More info here: http://www.immi.gov.au/

Tax in Australia

All workers in Australia must pay tax. The amount of tax depends on your salary. You can find more information here: http://www.ato.gov.au/ You must also get a Tax File Number (TFN). This unique number identifies your tax records and you need it to work in Australia. To check how to get one visit: http://www.ato.gov.au/